Isla

Girl's name

Isla is a Scottish name derived from the name of a Scottish river. It means "island" in Scottish Gaelic.

Meaning A Scottish island
Origin Scottish
U.S. births in 2023 5,367 Rising
Peak year 2021

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Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Isla Fisher - Actress known for "Wedding Crashers" and "Confessions of a Shopaholic."
  • Isla Blair - British actress known for "Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade."
  • Isla Phillips - Member of the British royal family.
  • Isla St Clair - Scottish singer and TV presenter.
  • Isla Traquair - Australian TV presenter and journalist.
  • Isla Grant - Scottish singer-songwriter.
  • Isla Cameron - Scottish actress and singer.
  • Isla Dawn - Scottish professional wrestler.
  • Isla Lang Fisher - Australian actress and author.

Sisters for Isla

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Brothers for Isla

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